Abstract
This paper describes photovoltaics (PV) as used for energy generation in terrestrial applications. A brief historical perspective of PV development is provided. Solar-to-electricity conversion efficiencies for various photovoltaic materials are presented, as well as expectations for further material improvements. Recent progress in reducing manufacturing costs through process R&D and productimprovements are described. Applications that are most suitable for the different technologies are discussed. Finally, manufacturing capacities and current and projected module manufacturing costs are presented.
| Original language | American English |
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| Number of pages | 8 |
| State | Published - 2000 |
| Event | ASME 2000 34th National Heat Transfer Conference - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Duration: 20 Aug 2000 → 22 Aug 2000 |
Conference
| Conference | ASME 2000 34th National Heat Transfer Conference |
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| City | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| Period | 20/08/00 → 22/08/00 |
NREL Publication Number
- NREL/CP-520-27704
